European Master of Comparative Vertebrate Morphology
Justus Liebig University GiessenProgram Overview
The European Master of Comparative Vertebrate Morphology at Justus Liebig University Giessen is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the European Master of Comparative Vertebrate Morphology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: GieÃen, Germany
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the European Master of Comparative Vertebrate Morphology programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Basic biology & cell biology
- Basic vertebrate anatomy
- Basic vertebrate histology
- Basic vertebrate embryology
- Scientific methodology
- Laboratory animal morphology
- Comparative neuroanatomy
- Functional and ecological morphology
- Morphology of non-human primates
- Morphology of lower vertebrates
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Admitted are Bachelors of Science in the Life Sciences, e.g Biomedical Sciences, Biology, Bioengineering, Zoology, Veterinary Medicine, etc. A minimum of 180 ECTS or credits corresponding to a minimum of 3 years of Bachelor of Science study are required:
- all non-native speakers are required to submit an English proficiency test result or proof that English was their language of instruction. CEFR level B2 or IELTS (academic version) overall band score of at least 6.5 or a TOEFL score of at least 87 (internet based) are considered sufficient.
- Starting from the files that prospective students submit, a ranking and possible selection will be made based on the criteria set out below.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
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About Justus Liebig University Giessen
Justus Liebig University Giessen
Gießen, Germany
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months
